Congratulations to Our Newest CST - April 21, 2008
Jay Kraft, Survey Project Manager with JHA, recently received National Society of Professional Surveyors Certification as a Survey Technician Level III. We congratulate Jay for his efforts in achieving this recognition.
This 4 level certification is a comprehensive national certification program for survey technicians. The program is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of the National Apprenticeship Program. The Survey Technician Certification Board (STCB), which administers this program, recognizes the importance of technicians to the surveying and mapping profession. Source: http://www.nspsmo.org/documents/TheAmericanSurveyor_Canfield-CSTProgram_Jul-Aug2007.pdf
JHA encourages all of our employees to learn and expand on their professionalism and quality of work. This program offers them the opportunity to achieve credibility and recognition for their efforts.
Open Positions - March 24, 2008
JHA is accepting resumes to fill an opening for a fulltime Geographic Information Systems (GIS) position. The ideal candidate should possess basic knowledge of GIS computing skills and understand basic principles of mapping. The selected candidate will assist the GIS Manager on current projects through data creation, data entry, data management and client interaction.
Duties:
- Creating spatial features, developing databases, database management, data conversions, and performing spatial analyses
- Assist project managers produce visual exhibits for project meetings
- Researches, evaluates, recommends and implements technical and administrative solutions to achieve application objects to forward client goals
- Works closely and coordinates assignments with GIS Manager, Engineers, and Project Managers to obtain project information and ensure GIS applications are accurate and complete
Requirements:
- BA/BS degree in GIS, Cartography, Geography or other related field, GIS Certificate, or previous work experience in GIS.
- Knowledge of ESRI GIS software, creating and editing ESRI Geodatabases and other GIS data
- Good communication and organization skills
- Previous experience with or knowledge of Civil Engineering practices a plus
Please send resumes to Sara Lott, Human Resource Specialist, slott@jobeshenderson.com.
Jobes Henderson Adds ESRI Business Partner to Credentials - January 30, 2008
Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has joined the ESRI Business Partner Program. Adding to its existing experience as a GIS services consultant specializing in small to medium sized municipal GIS development, its new status as a Consultant member of the Business Partner Program marks a milestone in the company's growth. JHA will offer consulting and training services for ESRI users in the Utility, Government, Surveying and Higher Education industries.
The ESRI Business Partner Program is a network of more than 2,000 domestic and international developers, consultants, data partners, value-added resellers, authorized instructors, and authorized partner education centers that, utilizing ESRI technology, provide solutions and training to meet the GIS needs of every industry. Working together, ESRI and its business partners solve business problems with new software applications, data, value-added services, and training.
ESRI also invited Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. to participate in its value added reseller program. As a reseller, JHA has access to all versions of the software that we are authorized to resell and will give our clients the opportunity to view, try and receive training on ESRI software. JHA will be able to provide clients with more knowledge of the latest technology available to them for their GIS.
Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. is a consulting firm providing GIS services, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying and IT Services. Founded in 1965 JHA offers clients multi-disciplined consulting services focused on individual clients needs. We have been providing GIS Services since 1996 and have been integral in the development of local systems ranging from participation on the advisory level for County GIS and through leading the development of municipal systems.
Founded in 1969, ESRI (http://www.esri.com) is the world leader in the GIS software industry. ESRI offers innovative solutions that help users create, manage, analyze, and display information to make timely decisions and solve problems they encounter every day. ESRI’s comprehensive product line ranges from desktop GIS to GIS for the enterprise.
ESRI, ArcGIS, ArcWeb, and www.esri.com are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of ESRI in the United States, the European Community, or certain other jurisdictions. Other companies and products mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective trademark owners.
For more information on Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc.’s GIS Services or the benefits we can provide you as an ESRI Business Partner please contact Kristin Cline, GIS Manager (kcline@jobeshenderson.com) or James Roberts, President (jroberts@jobeshenderson.com). (740) 344-5451
Congratulations to Our Professionals - December 19, 2007
We are proud to announce that two of our professionals have achieved certification with national professional associations. We firmly believe in continued education and the professional development of our staff and congratulate these individuals for their continued achievements within the industry and our firm.
Scott Haines, Project Engineer, has become a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC). He passed a national test held in Columbus in November and is among less than 5000 professionals nationwide that have achieved this certification. A CPESC is a recognized specialist in soil erosion and sediment control. CPESCs have educational training, demonstrated expertise, experience in controlling erosion and sedimentation, and meet certification standards. To find our more about the CPESC and its benefits click here.
Courtney Van Ostran, Marketing Coordinator, earned the designation of Certified Professional Services Marketer in November, 2007. She is among a growing number of professionals to be certified by the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), which advocates for, educates, and connects leaders in the design and building industry.
Certified Professional Services Marketers (CPSMs) are recognized as having the experience and knowledge to generate profitable business in the architectural, engineering, and construction marketplace. To achieve this designation, certification candidates must meet educational and experience requirements, pass a rigorous written examination, and pledge to abide by the CPSM Code of Ethics. The process validates the individual’s mastery of and ability to apply critical business development knowledge in an industry that values certification.
To learn more about SMPS and the certification program, contact Marketing Manager Christine Chirichella at 800.292.7677, x227, or christine@smps.org, or Certification Manager Kevin Doyle, x232, kevin@smps.org. Information also is available at www.smps.org.
Open Positions - October 15, 2007
Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. is currently hiring experienced IT Personnel, Design Engineers and a Land Development Project Engineer. Our benefits package and salaries are very competitive and we offer a company culture that includes employee appreciation, a family oriented atmosphere and open minded leadership. If you want to work for a company in which opportunities abound, please apply by sending your resume to info@jobeshenderson.com or using our online application on the employment page. You may also mail it to 59 Grant Street, Newark, OH or fax to (740) 344-5746. Detailed job descriptions for these positions are posted on our website employment page.
Design Engineer(s)
Land Development
Responsibilities
Design of land development and public works projects. Preparation of construction drawings, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, grading plans, street improvements, utilities and specifications. Perform engineering calculations and design using specialized technical skills, experience and engineering judgment to transform concept designs into construction drawings and technical specifications. Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff. Provide sketches and/or detailed layout information to design staff for incorporation into the construction drawings. Provide project specific technical information to the Project Manager for incorporation into the project specifications.
Education
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or 10 years of experience in related civil design. Professional Engineer Registration in State of Ohio is not a requirement but would be preferred.
Experience
Minimum of two to five years experience in civil design.
Municipal/Transportation
Responsibilities
Civil engineering design of ODOT and local agency projects including urban and rural roadway design, planning, utility analysis and design. Responsibilities will include preparation of construction plans, permit applications, engineering reports, and exhibits under the direction of a Project Manager.
Education/Experience
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or 10 years of experience in related civil design. Proficiency in MicroStation preferred.
IT Technician
This position will be the single point of contact for all employees to receive support and maintenance within the company’s computing environment. Must provide installations, diagnosing, repairing and upgrading all workstation hardware and equipment to maintain optimal performance in networking environment. Person must be able to troubleshoot problem areas in a timely fashion, perform regular system maintenance, and oversee the Company’s Internet and Intranet platforms.
Requirements
Must be proficient in the use of the following Microsoft Applications:
Microsoft Server 2003
Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
Share Point Services
Office 2000, 2003, 2007 – Professional & Small Business
Microsoft 2000, XP, Vista
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Visio
Responsibilities Include:
Manage the backup and archival operations.
Perform data restores or recoveries in a timely fashion.
Troubleshoot and diagnose system hardware/software problems.
Ensure the efficient operation of the company’s desktop computing environment.
Assist in documenting procedures, resolutions and logging.
Comp TIA certified, Microsoft certifications desired.
Excellent knowledge of internal computer components.
Hands on troubleshooting skills with hardware/software related problems.
Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals, knowledge base articles.
Operate and maintain the company’s Internet and Intranet.
Maintain premise equipment including phone, printers, projectors, laptops.
JHA Adds Prominent Engineers to Staff - September 24, 2007
Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. proudly announces the addition of Ronald K. Mattox, P.E. and G. Paul Denny, P.E., as Senior Transportation Engineers to our firm. Adding bridge design capabilities and over 36 years of transportation experience to our firm's qualifications.
Mr. Mattox has over 25 years of experience in the field of bridge and transportation engineering and will lead business development activities and projects for Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc.’s growing headquarters in Newark, Ohio.
As a Project Manager Mr. Mattox has been directly responsible for projects ranging from standard bridge replacements to projects with construction costs in excess of $40 million dollars, several involving multiple disciplines and as many as 7 Subconsultants. Most notably the Broad Street Bridge project in Columbus that won the “Excellence in Highway Design Award” and the Ohio Department of Transportation’s “Henry Overman Design Award”.
Mr. Mattox, is a graduate of the Ohio State University and is a registered professional engineer in Ohio and Kentucky. As a resident of Westerville, Ohio, Mr. Mattox has worked for several national engineering firms in the Central Ohio area and is very well respected in the transportation industry.
G. Paul Denny, P.E. has over 10 years of experience in transportation engineering projects. He has managed complex roadway projects from preliminary engineering to final design. Prior to joining Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc., Mr. Denny gained valuable project management experience at a large engineering firm in Columbus, OH managing projects such as the State Route 16/State Route 13 Interchange Safety Study in Newark, Ohio. 
Mr. Denny has a thorough knowledge of ODOT's policies and procedures including the PDP Process, and will be responsible for managing local public agency and ODOT transportation projects for JHA including public involvement and stakeholder coordination.
Mr. Denny is a graduate of The Ohio State University and is a member of the American Society of Highway Engineers, Ohio Society of Professional Engineers
Engineers Club of Columbus. He currently resides with his wife and son in Gahanna, Ohio.
Please join us in welcoming them to our firm and feel free to contact either to find out more about how they help JHA continue to provide you with personalized engineering services.
USDA Awards 4 year renewable contract to Jobes Henderson - July 30, 2007
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, recently awarded Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. a 1 year contract, which is renewable for up to 4 years, to perform various wetland easement boundary surveys throughout the State of Ohio. This contract is in conjunction with NRCS Wetland Reserve Program.
Please contact Jeremy Van Ostran , Vice President, for more information on our surveying services or about this contract.
Project News - July 19, 2007
Jobes Henderson (JHA) has been selected for the following new projects:
Transportation – We were selected to renovate and improve Country Club Drive in the City of Newark. We are currently under contract and have begun public involvement and preliminary engineering. In addition, JHA was selected by ODOT to renovate or replace an historical bridge in Washington County (WAS-SR 124) and were also selected by the Franklin County Metro Parks District to provide a new multi-use trail for the Darby Creek Greenway Trail extension on the west side of the Franklin County.
Survey – Our survey department was selected by the State of Ohio, Office of Information Technologies (OIT), under the Multi-Agency Radio Communications Services (MARCS) Program, to provide, as needed surveying services for various MARCS towers throughout the state. We have completed 26 different sites in Ohio and will continue to provide as needed services to the OIT. We were retained by AMP-OH to provide surveying services for a new power plant and landfill in Meigs County, OH. Teaming with BBCM, our team was selected by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to supply surveying services on an as needed basis for AML sites for a period of 2 years. We were also part of a team to provide surveying services for the renovation of a Bike Path at the Ohio State University and to assist several other Engineering firms with surveying services for a bridge on I-70 and wetland delineation in ODOT District 4.
Site Development – We are part of a team selected by Shawnee State University to renovate and add an additional 20,000 square feet to the University Center. Our services will include all site work, utility work and site survey. Our Site Development Department has been working with ProLogis on an Industrial Park in Etna for the last couple of years and just received the authorization to develop Buildings 3, 4 and 5. We were also selected to provide William Kraner with a feasibility study and construction drawings for a 99 acre development, Olde Orchard Farm Estates, in Granville Township.
Geographic Information System (GIS) – JHA has been selected as a team member to provide the Licking County Information Technologies Department, Geographic Information System (GIS) with Tax Map Rectification. JHA along with our team member will take the current digital parcels and rectify them in order that they better fit the current digital orthophotography.
Information Technology – The IT Department is committed to providing our clients with just some of the following services: Network Design and Implementation, Hardware and Software, System Diagnostics, Firewall and Security Protection, Backup and Recovery as well as Yearly Service Plans. JHA was selected to provide necessary IT support and services to the Licking Metropolitan Housing Authority. This general IT support and service includes a new email server, the updating of Windows software on existing server, networking of all computer stations and the taking care of all in-house IT systems. We were also selected by Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries to evaluate, upgrade and support all IT systems.
Clients recognize personnalized service - July 11, 2007
The GIS department recently received some valuable feedback from our valued client, Lancaster Municipal Gas Department. At Jobes Henderson we pride ourselves on personnalized service to each and every client's individual needs. Our size and capabilities create a balance that allows us to provide the necessary services to our clientele while maintaining quality, individualized service. Here is what this client said about our GIS department's commitment to the firm's core values:
JHA's GIS specialist "has been our liason to other departments, coordinationg plans and ensuring our interests are met. Since bringing (JHA) on board our GIS mapping conversion has gotten on the right track and is making good progress." JHA's GIS department "is very skilled at listening to our needs and wants and adapting to meet them."
We appeciate and welcome questions and comments from all our clients. If you would like to comment on our servcies, please feel free to contact the JHA representative you work with or email our Marketing Coordinator at cvanostran@jobeshenderson.com
Network Technician Wanted - June 18, 2007
Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc. is currently seeking an individual with degree in a Computer or related field and one to two years experience to fill the position of Network Technician. Candidates must have strong written and oral communication skills, be detail oriented, possess strong problem solving skills, and be able to work in a high pressure team oriented environment. Extensive knowledge of network hardware and software, firewalls, and wireless systems is needed. Microsoft and Cisco certification are also desired. Some overtime and travel are necessary to meet clients' needs. Qualified individulas are invited to please, send resume and salary requirements to: rday@jobeshenderson.com or Jobes Henderson & Associates, Inc., 59 Grant Street, Newark, Ohio 43055 Attn.: R. Day